What is Kenyukai?
About North Lakes Kenyukai Kendo is the Japanese way of the sword. Rewarding martial art which builds character and strengths. Beginners welcome. Located in North Lakes. and MORE.
Is Goju-ryu from Okinawa?
Goju Ryu shares its roots with other styles of Karatedo rooted in Okinawa and developed over the centuries from the fighting arts of China. Many of the school’s movements are very soft, as in Chinese Kempo.
Where did Uechi Ryu come from?
Uechi-Ryū
| Country of origin | Okinawa (Japan) |
|---|---|
| Ancestor arts | Pangainoon • Fujian White Crane • Heihuquan |
Is Goju Ryu good in a street fight?
As we have mentioned, Goju-Ryu is a close-range martial art mostly. This type of martial art in general is already very effective for street scenarios and self-defense since real fights often end up being a close-range punching match or a grappling competition.
What does Goju Ryu mean in English?
hard
Miyagi chose the name Goju-ryu (“go” meaning “hard” and “ju” meaning “soft”), to emphasize that his style integrated both “hard” and “soft” styles. Goju applies not just to karate, but to life in general; only hardness or only softness will not enable one “to deal effectively with the fluctuations of life”.
Where does the Uechi ryu Karate Association name come from?
This innovation soon caught on in the Uechi Ryu Karate Association and the various dojo names began appearing on the left sleeve of Uechi ryu gi at the semi annual gathering in the Futenma dojo for black belt testing.
How to apply for Kenyukai in North America?
Kenyukai North America is an affiliate of Kenyukai Okinawa. To apply for admission to this association an applicant must submit an application to the North American Director and pay an application fee, both to be forwarded to Okinawa. Acceptance in Kenyukai North America is decided by Grand Master Shinjo.
Who is the founder of the Kenyukai fraternity?
In 1981, Kiyohide Shinjo started the Kenyukai fraternity, within the Uechi Ryu Association, in honor of his father who died that year. The new emblem was worn on the upper left sleeve of the gi by all black belts from Kadena dojo.
Are there any black belts in the Kenyukai?
Since its inception, The Kenyukai has inducted distinguished black belts from a differing lineage into the Fraternity on only a few occasions. These gentlemen have added to the family tree (Kenyukai Ki) of the Kenyukai with their black belts and students. This association will be organized and supported by those who desire to learn Karate Do.